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Feature Highlights of the COOLPIX S31
APoint and Shoot
Introduction
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
Shooting Features
Playback Features
Read This First
About This Manual
Other Information
A/E/F
Information and Precautions
Before Taking Important Pictures
About the Manuals
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
•Comply with copyright notices
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
For Your Safety
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of malfunction
Do not disassemble
Handle the camera strap with care
Keep out of reach of children
Use appropriate cables
Handle moving parts with care
CD-ROMs
Observe caution when using the flash
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital
Notices
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
Interface Cables
Notice for customers in the State of California
WARNING
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
Notes About Shockproof Performance
Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances
Before Using the Camera Underwater
Notes About Using the Camera Underwater
Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater
Keep the
Wipe off water droplets with a soft cloth and dry the camera in the
After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the
Notes About Operating Temperature and Humidity and Condensation
Table of Contents
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Parts of the Camera and
Basic Operations
Using the Flexible Buttons
The Camera Body
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Attaching the Camera Strap
The Monitor
Shooting Mode
Playback Mode
Using the Flexible Buttons
Selecting Items
C Notes About Setting Menu Items
Playback
Preparation
Shooting
Playback
Preparation 1 Charge the Battery
Understanding the CHARGE Lamp
B Notes About the Battery Charger
B Notes About the Battery
C AC Power Source
Preparation 2 Insert the Battery
Removing the Battery
B High Temperature Caution
B Opening and Closing the Battery-chamber/MemoryCard Slot Cover
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card
Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Preparation 4 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time
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Language
Menu background
C The Clock Battery
C Imprinting the Shooting Date in Printed Images
Step 1 Turn the Camera On
Turning the Camera On and Off
Step 2 Frame a Picture
Using the Zoom
Step 3 Focus and Shoot
The Shutter-releaseButton
Step 4 Play Back Images
C Viewing Images
C More Information
Step 5 Delete Images
Selecting which images you want to delete
B Notes About Deletion
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Shooting Features
Features Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)
APoint and Shoot
Features Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)
B Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
APoint and Shoot
Using the Flash
wAuto flash
yFlash off
xAlways fire flash
C The Flash Lamp
C Effective Range of the Flash
Using the Self-timer
bOff
Using the Smile Timer
B Notes About the Smile Timer
C Auto Off When Using Smile Timer
C When the Self-timerLamp Flashes
C Releasing the Shutter Manually
Using Skin Softening
Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes and Effects)
Characteristics of Each Style
-Shoot every 30 seconds: Approx. 400 images
Shoot once a minute
-Shoot every 5 minutes: Approx. 40 images
wAuto flash
DLarge (10 megapixels)
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Decorate
Change Colors
C Notes About Change Colors
bAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
cAdjusting Vividness (Saturation)
PHighlight Colors
Change Sounds
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Choose a Size
Choose a Photo Size
C Number of Images That Can Be Saved
Choose a Movie Frame Size
C Maximum Movie Recording Time
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
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Focusing
Using Face Detection
Focus Lock
B Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus
Playback Features
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer
Playback Zoom
Thumbnail Display
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)
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Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer
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Using ViewNX
Your Imaging Toolbox
Installing ViewNX
ViewNX
Welcome
Region Selection
Next
•Click Typical Installation (Recommended) in the installation window
Yes
Transferring Images to the Computer
•When using Windows
Import File
• Click Start Transfer (2)
Viewing Images
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Recording and Playing Back
Movies
Recording Movies
B Notes About Saving Movies
B Notes About Movie Recording
B Camera Temperature
B Notes About Autofocus
C Functions Available with Movie Recording
Playing Back Movies
Functions Available During Playback
Adjusting Volume
B Notes About Playing Back Movies
General Camera Setup
Camera Settings Menu
EReference Section
Have Fun with Pictures
View
Settings
Connections
EExchange Messages
Leave a Message
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Leave a Reply
Play Recordings
Erase Recordings
Yes)
B Notes About Exchange Messages
VPicture Play
Picture Play Features
B Notes About Picture Play
C Restrictions on Editing
Decorate, Make photo albums, Small picture
Make photo albums, Small picture, or Rotate
pictures
QSoften Pictures
fAdd Starbursts
WAdd a Fisheye Effect
MAdd a Diorama Effect
ZToy Camera
dChange Colors
PHighlight Colors
ADecorate
DMake Photo Albums
Making Photo Albums
B Notes About Make Photo Albums
FFavorites
Adding Images to Favorites
Removing Images from Favorites
mSlide Show
Choose Pictures
AStart
Pick a Series
oChoose pictures
nPick a
speed)
Fast
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Choose a Theme
GView Movie
ZMore Playback Options
GView by Date
B Notes About View by Date
View by date
FView Favorites
zPrint Order/Retouch
yRetouch
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dRotate Pictures
dRotate pictures
B Notes About Rotate Pictures
sSmall Picture
sSmall picture
aPrint Order
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B Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information
C Canceling Existing Print Order
PDelete print order
C Print Date
lCamera Settings
Welcome Screen
Date and Time
Brightness
Print Date
Electronic VR
AF Assist
Format Memory/Format Card
Language
Menu Background
Video Mode
Reset All
Camera Settings Menu
Others
Reset all
Welcome screen (E38), Date and time (E39), Language (E45), and Video mode (E46)
Firmware Version
Connecting the Camera to a TV
B Notes About Connecting the Cable
B If the Images Are Not Displayed on the TV
Video mode
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
PictBridge
Print selection
Printing Individual Images
cPaper size
aStart
print)
Printing Multiple Images
cPaper size
oPrint selection
kPrint all images
gDPOF printing
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C Paper Size
3.5×5 in
5×7 in
100×150 mm
4×6 in
File and Folder Names
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Optional Accessories
Error Messages
• Change the setting for Choose a size > Photo size
Copy
RResume
Resume
SCancel
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Technical Notes and Index
Caring for the Product
Caring for the Product
The Camera
B Shock and Vibration
B Maximum Depth
B Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
B Keep away from Strong Magnetic Fields
B Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended Periods
B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source
B Notes on the Monitor
B Notes About Smear
The Battery
The Battery Charger
Memory Cards
Cleaning and Storage
Cleaning
Storage
Troubleshooting
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Print
captured using Take a series of pictures
date
Shooting Issues
ups
Take soft pictures, or Create a diorama effect
set to Take a series of pictures
Auto
Photograph
Playback Issues
View favorites
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Specifications
• 4 s (Choose a style is set to Photograph fireworks)
NTSC
PAL
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Rechargeable Li-ionBattery EN-EL12
Battery Charger MH-65
B Specifications
Approved Memory Cards
Supported Standards
Index